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Forde Apartments

4231 NE 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98105

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,200

  • Bedrooms

    2 - 4 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    677 - 1,431 sq ft

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Move-in Special

ONE MONTH FREE!!

Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • English and Spanish Speaking Staff
  • Walk To Campus
  • Gated
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Patio

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 677 SF Not Available
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 740 SF Not Available
4 Bedrooms 4 Bedrooms 4 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 1,431 SF Not Available
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 2 Baths 721 Sq Ft
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 2 Baths 729 Sq Ft
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 2 Baths 736 Sq Ft
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 2 Baths 742 Sq Ft
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 2 Baths 749 Sq Ft
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$2,200 4 Beds 2 Baths 1,431 Sq Ft
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 2 Baths 721 Sq Ft
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Call for Rent 2 Beds 2 Baths 749 Sq Ft
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$2,200 4 Beds 2 Baths 1,431 Sq Ft
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Lease Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1981
  • 25 units/3 stories

About Forde Apartments

Forde Apartments offers a more streamlined living option in the University District, with spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment homes at 4231 12th Ave NE. This community is ideal for residents who want a bit more privacy and functionality in their layout, all within walking distance of the University of Washington. Controlled access entry, laundry facilities in all buildings, available parking, microwaves in units, and select patios and decks support easy everyday living, while the two-bedroom, two-bath configuration gives Forde a more distinctive feel than the typical apartment mix nearby.

Forde Apartments is an apartment community located in King County and the 98105 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Seattle Public Schools attendance zone.

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  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Gated

Community-Wide WiFi

  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Composting
  • Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Walk To Campus

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Microwave

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Location
4231 NE 12th Ave, Seattle,
WA 98105
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Neighborhood

The University District, affectionately dubbed the U District, is home to the preeminent University of Washington. Lending historic architecture and blooming cherry blossoms in the spring, the University of Washington contains a range of gardens, galleries, and theaters in addition to sports complexes and a medical center.

Should you choose to rent in the U District, you will have the opportunity to bike the Burke-Gilman trail, kayak Union and Portage Bays, savor cocktails and a film at Sundance Cinemas, swing by the Saturday Farmers Market, celebrate touchdowns at Husky Stadium, check out the independent restaurants and funky shops along the Ave, and attend the annual U District StreetFair.

The U District sits about five miles north of Downtown Seattle, with convenience to Green Lake Park, Woodland Park Zoo, the Fremont Troll, and Gas Works Park.

Learn more about living in University District 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

University District Seattle, WA
Studio $1,340 $1,487
1 Bedroom $1,767 $2,079
2 Bedrooms $2,234 $2,782
3 Bedrooms $2,718 $3,800
Amenities
  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Composting
  • Lounge
  • Gated
  • Fitness Center
  • Walk To Campus
  • Online Maintenance Portal
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of Washington
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Seattle Pacific University
Drive: 9 min 2.9 mi
North Seattle College
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Seattle Central Comm. Coll.
Drive: 8 min 4.2 mi
Forde Apartments is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from University of Washington. It is also near Seattle Pacific University and Seattle Central Comm. Coll..
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Green Lake Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
John Stanford International Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Attendance Zone
Hamilton International Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
UW Early Entrance Program
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
Academy for Precision Learning
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
University Child Development School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Seattle Preparatory School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Seattle include Roosevelt, located 1.2 miles from Forde Apartments. Forde Apartments is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 18.4 miles or 28 minutes away, and Seattle Paine Field International, located 20.1 miles or 30 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Roosevelt
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Lake Union Park
Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
Westlake & Mercer
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
Fairview & Campus Drive
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
Terry & Mercer
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
King Street (Seattle) Station
Drive: 10 min 5.2 mi
Edmonds Station
Drive: 23 min 13.8 mi
Mukilteo Station
Drive: 35 min 23.0 mi
Everett Station
Drive: 35 min 25.2 mi
Tacoma Dome Station
Drive: 48 min 36.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Seattle-Tacoma International
Drive: 28 min 18.4 mi
Seattle Paine Field International
Drive: 30 min 20.1 mi
Walker's Paradise
99
Walk Score®
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Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
83
Transit Score®
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You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Very Bikeable
83
Bike Score®
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This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Busy
67
Soundscore™
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Airport:

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Forde Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
University District
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Roosevelt Square
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
University Village
Drive: 5 min 1.3 mi
Forde Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Burke Museum of Natural History
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
University of Washington Fish Collection
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Cowen Park
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Interlaken Park
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Ravenna Park
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Forde Apartments has 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Burke Museum of Natural History, University of Washington Fish Collection, and Cowen Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of Washington Medical Center
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Seattle Children's Hospital
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital
Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
Forde Apartments has 3 hospitals within 4.6 miles, the nearest is University of Washington Medical Center which is 0.8 mile away and a 15 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Lawton Military Reserve
Drive: 19 min 6.2 mi
Keyport Naval Reservation
Drive: 80 min 35.2 mi
Forde Apartments is 6.2 miles from Fort Lawton Military Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including Keyport Naval Reservation.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Forde Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While Forde Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Forde Apartments?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Forde Apartments?

Parking is available at Forde Apartments. Contact this property for details.

Is Forde Apartments pet-friendly?

Forde Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at Forde Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,200 for a four-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $88,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Forde Apartments have move-in specials?

Forde Apartments is offering 1 Month Free for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,200.

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